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Nº 38 in 418 in North Ayrshire

Nº 2 of 21 Indian in North Ayrshire

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Best Indian restaurant I've been to in Ayrshire. Great food, great service.

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Graham Mccard . 2025-05-20

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Popped into Motherland Spice after a rehearsal at Studio 5 and we're really glad we did. The food was excellent and the service levels were evert bit as good. First time I've been to this restaurant and glad we did. Would highly recommend this restaurant if you like a good tasty curry. Brilliant 👏

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John Carroll . 2025-05-16

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Went here for my girlfriends birthday while on holiday. The food was amazing and the staff were very friendly and were really nice to the kids, making them feel welcome. I had chicken tikka chasni which had the most chicken I've ever had in a curry which was a pleasant change from usual and was very affordable at under £10 for the curry. My girlfriend had the chicken tikka masala and enjoyed it, taking the rest home as the portion was so big. Will definitely be returning if we are here again.

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Angus Burnside . 2025-05-15

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Everytime we are on holiday to saltcoats we eat in this Indian restaurant, it's a laid-back atmosphere, staff friendly and make you welcome, food is excellent,well worth the money

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Cheryl Dudelis . 2025-05-15

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A first visit for us was impressed all over with the food and the service we will be back

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Margaret Smith . 2025-05-14

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Awesome food. My friends fav and their local. Noisy at times as the place was packed.

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Premtej Sacha . 2025-05-12

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What a hidden gem this place is went here for lunch today with my girlfriend everything was top notch highly recommend this place if anyone is in the area

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james wilson . 2025-05-09

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The order came earlier than expected, the food was hot and delicious. Creamy korma, fragrant pilau rice and succulent tikka pieces. Would highly recommend to anyone seeking a tasty Indian meal in the Ardrossan area

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Cameron . 2025-05-05

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Chicken tikka masla tasted like tomato soup with chunks of chicken in it the chips were freezing cold and the cheese garic nan bread has tomato in it.

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Georgia . 2025-05-04

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Amazing food. Amazing atmosphere. Booking system needs MASSIVELY improved. Lost count how many times I’ve booked a table and had to wait 30+ minutes to get seated whilst walk ins have been sat before. Would be 5 stars if this was improved.

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Mark Hourston . 2025-05-03

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Excellent food Excellent quality , the best Indian food by a mile !

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Liz . 2025-05-02

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terrible food quality. reheated chicken which was cremated, reheated panoramic which was burnt and kids chips so harsh couldn't chew. they curry sauce was tasty but liberally very disappointed das half order inedible

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Androulla . 2025-05-01

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Visited this restaurant today for the first time. Lovely venue, clean and tidy. The starters were lovely, I had chicken poori which was delicious, I had butter chicken for my main which was bland and tasteless. My main gripe though was staff approaching our table no less than 10 times while we ate which was off putting. At the end a waitress approached and asked if we had finished, I answered with my mouth full as clearly we were still eating, at this point we gave up and decided to leave. We were there for just over an hour. It wasn’t a great experience, I doubt we’ll return.

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Kim Hung . 2025-04-27

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The food was quite cold by the time it arrived which was on time but took 1.5 hours

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Jill . 2025-04-26

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Great service staff very friendly and helpful 👍

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John Pucko . 2025-04-17

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We had a take away delivered whilst staying at Sandylands caravan park. The food arrived promptly. The sauces on both curries (chicken saag and jalfrezzi) were phenomenally tasty and the chicken was incredibly tender and succulent. There was also generous amount. Highly recommend it.

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Sarah Neilson . 2025-04-17

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Amazing place. My mum, dad and I all loved our lunch. Amazing value, excellent quality and exceptional service.

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raggedphilanthropist . 2025-04-10

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As always the food is amazing and the service without fault.

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Andrea Poulter . 2025-03-30

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Pakora was cold. Pompadoms were shattered into tiny pieces. Nan breads were tough, cold and inedible. Disappointed to say the least

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Kathleen . 2025-03-22

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Pakora soggy cos of polystyrene container garlic chapstick bit dry , chicken beautiful moist and sauce lovely

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Elaine . 2025-03-22

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Excellent food and superb service. The best Indian restaurant in Scotland! Family and friends from all over Britain that I have taken here agree.

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Jim Savage . 2025-03-20

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order was lovely thank you mother land spice.

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Claire . 2025-03-17

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Great food, service and company 👌

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Brian McLaughlin . 2025-03-15

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Food amazing, best Indian about. dropped a star as the chicken pakora was chewy and hard. usually couldn't complain

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Mandy . 2025-03-14

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Food was amazing staff great and great price and value for money plenty to choose from and I had travelled far to get there but it's worth it 👌

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Brian Mccann . 2025-03-12

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lovely curry thankyou motherland spice.

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Claire . 2025-03-08

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What a great night fabulous food staff were amazing. These guys should be very proud of what they have. Had the pakora platter plenty for 2. And the chiefs special with lamb rice ,nan bread two non alcoholic drinks value for money 10/10 can’t wait to go back

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Dave W . 2025-03-08

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Out for celebration meal with family. The food and service was excellent as always. We have tried many restaurants and always come to Motherland Spice

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John B . 2025-03-05

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Had a random visit here on a Tuesday and couldn’t believe how busy it was. A quick google and seen the reviews and thought lets do it. On initial entry we were promptly met and asked to wait for a minute but very shortly later we were shown through the back. We had pakora to start. It was nice and I enjoyed it. We then had chicken Patia and a korma both with rice and then coffee and a small scoop of ice cream. All in all it was very pleasant. It was 10.95 each which was incredible. If it had been £20 a head it probably wouldn’t have been a 5 for the food probably a 4. That’s simply down to the portion size. For £10.95 it was very good. Staff were all lovely and attentive. Will definitely be back.

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A A (DJ) . 2025-03-04

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I travelled with my better from Glasgow to try this long established and highly rated restaurant. First impressions were good as even on a cold windy mid week evening the place was busy. We were offered a la carte, table buffet or the full buffet and went for the latter. Service was quick to start with. After the sliced onions we went to the buffet that had about 5 starters and 5 mains. We were asked our nan preference. Starters were ok as were the mains. However the food ran out quickly and we had to wait over 15 mins for it to be replenished by which time our nan was cold . Disappointed to say the least .

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Dolphduncan . 2025-03-04

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The delivery was earlier than anticipated. The food was full of flavour and as described. Also value for money.

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Karen . 2025-03-01

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Pakora cold chicken pakora dry pashwari naan dry and cold . Curry just ok

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Elaine . 2025-03-01

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my meal was delicious as always unfortunately can't say the same for the chips though which have been highly disappointing the last few times definitely won't be ordering chips again

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Anne . 2025-02-23

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Can't fault the food but the constant harassment when you are eating your meal asking are you finished is annoying walking past the table wanting you as soon as you get in served and get out, it is ignorant, the place is busy very noisy cramped in with large groups of people they do the same when they are not busy sending staff around the soon as you put your cutlery down for a drink never even finished first course we got the second.

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john caligari . 2025-02-22

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Was a nice lunch. Good value for money 3 course 10.95 Food lovley. Good service.. I had mushroom pakora,4 peices small dip side salad. Friend had chicken pakora,same amount. I had Chicken Bhoona Small bowl rice Friend had chicken curry and rice. Portion looked small on arrival however was plenty for lunch. We bought a garlic nan to share. Followed by ice cream or tea or coffee. We both had the one scoop of vanilla ice cream,I had raspberry sauce on mine was lovley. Along with two diet cokes Cost was £34.80

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Cathlyon . 2025-02-20

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Delicious food. Bang on time for collection

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Kelly . 2025-02-15

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The awards it's won say ot all very nice food great atmosphere and staff family run business

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justin watson . 2025-02-15

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both lamb dishes were poor, pakora was not fresh and very dry, had been made a while... very disappointing

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Carmel . 2025-02-14

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Heard lots of people recommending this place but first time tonight. We had the table buffet which was superb. The whole meal from service, cleanliness, staff to food and drink was faultless. Price was also extremely reasonable which is why we’ll be back soon. Thank you

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James C . 2025-02-13

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Had my 50th here in Dec 2024, staff and food were both great, really enjoyed it. I've had a few meals from here in the past and it never disappoints.

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Davy Maclean . 2025-02-10

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Gorgeous Indian, lots of lovely dishes to choose from and all so tasty! We had a table buffet and shared 6 curries all of which were amazing. Well deserved accolades and really friendly staff!

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Alison Mason . 2025-02-06

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Best curry we've had for a long time. Delicious. Better to book as very popular.

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carol edmonds . 2025-02-04

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Food tasted good apart from the chips they arrived cold :/ delivery delay let this down tonight , ordered at 430 and didn’t get delivered til after 6 :/

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Ali . 2025-02-02

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order hasn't been delivered keep phoning resteraunt but no answer not happy no food and hungry

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Taggart . 2025-01-24

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My order got accepted & said it’s been delivered but nothings arrived & the shop is ‘busy’

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Chloe . 2025-01-24

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Absolutely amazing food and service .will definitely be back .

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johnpaul nicoll . 2025-01-17

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Fantastic tasting food and staff are lovely.

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Susan Sturrock . 2025-01-11

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Fantastic meal and fantastic service

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Dempster . 2025-01-11

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Lovely as usual and delivery guy was very polite.

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Louise . 2025-01-10

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Fantastic food staff very attentive to detail place was spotless no waiting for the delicous food Will be back 5 stars all round

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Pat Taylor . 2025-01-09

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Excellent meal here this evening. Food was delicious.

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Louise Meechan . 2025-01-02

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The fact that I'm prepared to make a 15ml round trip to get my takeaway says it all. It's a great place with great owners ,food and staff.

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wee wills . 2024-12-28

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The primary reason to visit any restaurant is for the food and this one is excellent. The lamb is exceptional and recommended to all. The decor and ambiance is also first class and the toilets are spotless. Don’t miss this one we will definitely be back 👍

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James H . 2024-12-21

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Love this restaurant best Indian restaurant I've ever been too 😁

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calum anderson . 2024-12-18

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First visit here after friends and family raved about place for ages. Have to say, that it's a nice place with lovely staff, but food was just ok, and nothing special, it has to be said.

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chinabairn . 2024-12-15

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By far the best restaurant in the area.

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Dave O'connor . 2024-12-13

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Chicken tikka chasne is highly recommended, the garlic nan is gorgeous, and they always provide red spiced onions and poppadoms whilst you wait for your meal. Staff are always attentive and friendly and the restaurant is very contemporary in design and kept to a high standard, always enjoy eating in and take away from time to time. Prices are also fair compared to most places.

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Emma Roberts . 2024-12-09

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Excellent food and service, both sitting in and take away.

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Pauline Kenefick . 2024-12-08

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My first visit to Motherland Spice following nothing but rave reviews - which I’m happy to endorse! Fabulous food of superb quality, attentive and friendly staff and very decent pricing. I will most definitely be back!

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Gordon W . 2024-12-06

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We've been to Motherland Spice a few times now, as the food is simply brilliant! Unfortunately this time the service was a bit slower than we are used to, as it was completely full and there didn't seem to be enough staff to cope with the sheer volume of customers. The staff were as helpful as ever, but just a bit overwhelmed.

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Ken M . 2024-12-04

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Have never sat in for food, but the takeaway meals are always outstanding! Best Indian restaurant I've found in North Ayrshire. Staff always super friendly, even when you're not sitting in.

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Robbie Dunn . 2024-11-29

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Lovely. Amazing place, amazing food, just what I’m after

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Craig . 2024-11-27

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Although the food was on time it was on the cold side , the delivery driver didn’t have a hot bag just a normal bag , it was Lillie warm and the Nan bread was soggy , but the taste was delicious !

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Liz . 2024-11-23

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Who would have thought that tucked away in a small town of Saltcoats you would get an amazing Indian restaurant. Well you have found it. This is up there with the best and its probably the cheapest. Ignore anything else. Seriously this place is amazing. Even the service is good. Tip Try a few of the starters than are not typical on an Indian menu.... omg I could eat them as a main meal they are that good. Thanks... Will definitely be back and soon. Better than even any Indian restaurants in Glasgow and I have eaten at most of the top rated ones

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daveinglasgow . 2024-11-22

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I will definitely recommend you to family and friends thank you

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Geraldine . 2024-11-02

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I did not mean to order a collection, but Motherland Spice fixed my mistake, and was changed to delivery. All food was hot and absolutely delicious.

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Tracy . 2024-11-02

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The food was delicious. Very busy but can understand why. Will definitely eat here again .

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Jacqui Sharrock . 2024-11-02

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This is a very popular restaurant in Saltcoats town center. It is best to book as even midweek you may struggle to get a table. As well as the classics there are some experiment dishes including a curry infused with scotch whisky. Portions are appropriate, curries are well spiced. Plenty of staff who are friendly and helpful and a modern venue with with adequate lighting. As a local this is a place i will return to.

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Hungry-sailor86 . 2024-10-29

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Went with friends, Tuesday buffet, very decent.

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Stuart . 2024-10-26

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Our favourite restaurant. They do a great business lunch with great choices. However, we had 5 starters between us and it was delicious. Recommend - chicken 65, vegetable pakora, halloumi pakora, lamb tawa and my favourite - the chicken tikka Nepalese

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Tracy . 2024-10-26

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Food quality was superb. Can't wait until I go back

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Brian Lindsay . 2024-10-25

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Best I have ever tasted so welcoming

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Ma Crawford . 2024-10-19

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Excellent food and friendly staff. The three course business lunch is great . We're regular customers for both dine and takeaway and have never had a bad meal. Very busy for dinner so book ahead.

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Andy Pratt . 2024-10-19

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Visited Thursday lunch time delicious meal, lovely service, value for money. Be. back soom

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Evelyn Thomson . 2024-10-18

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Good food, excellent value but insanely busy.

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Francesca Newbery . 2024-10-18

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Had been in this restaurant few times , food was acceptable, but twice had ordered lamb tikka , 1 nite came out as chicken tikka, lady argued that I didn’t order lamb , 2 nd time lamb was pink in middle, same lady serving us was very rude saying that was way lamb should be , she was so ignorant, guy who owns restaurant would be raging if he saw way we wer treated

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William N . 2024-10-16

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My Mr's asked me to bring some spice in to our relationship, I left her tied to the bed and went round for a motherland, as always, was outstanding 👌 👏

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Matt Kempton . 2024-10-15

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Friendly, timely delivery and delicious vegetarian curry.

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Barbara . 2024-10-11

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Found this hidden gem by accident and so happy that we did food was amazing 3 course lunch menu for £11, very friendly staff. toilets were immaculate just wish we lived closer as it would be our local.

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tjam1974 . 2024-10-11

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Found this hidden gem by accident and so happy that we did food was amazing 3 course lunch menu for £11, very friendly staff. toilets were immaculate just wish we lived closer as it would be our local.

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James Fyfe . 2024-10-11

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Easy to order - friendly female delivery driver bang on time and absolutely delicious food 👍🏻 we’ll definitely order from here again now we’re living in the area.

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Evelyn . 2024-10-09

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First time visit and have to say the staff we’re very friendly. Food was amazing, the best Indian food I’ve had The restaurant was spotless staff always tidying . Highly recommend this place I’ll certainly be back.

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Colin S . 2024-10-05

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I have been here a few times with family to eat in and every time the food is superb, the atmosphere is great very vibrant and chatty yet still makes you feel relaxed, all staff are very friendly and hospitable nothing is too much trouble. I mostly order takeaway for collection and it is always as good quality and on time. Some of the best curries about, you won't be disappointed.

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Dominic Simmonds . 2024-10-04

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Food was cold and was 10 mins late for delivery

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Ronetta . 2024-09-23

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First time visiting this restaurant, delicious meal, excellent menu choice and very good service. Highly recommend ⭐👌

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Barbara Millar . 2024-09-22

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Delivered early and was roasting. Food was perfect.

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Tracy . 2024-09-20

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Dined here 19/9/2024 - never been before . We hadn’t booked and were a walk in - was really busy but the managed to fit us in. Friendly staff , lovely welcome and nice atmosphere . Decor and cleanliness top rating. Food was so fresh and tasty. And thoroughly enjoyed our meal , great value . Will definitely go again when down that way .

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Fiona Edwards . 2024-09-20

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Best Indian food I've had in a long time Great value lunch and good choice

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Esther Higgins . 2024-09-18

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Love Motherland Spice, food is always perfect 🤩

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Tracy . 2024-09-13

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Great food and service and staff so helpful

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Jim Kitchen . 2024-09-13

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Food was lovely and still warm 😊

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Andrea . 2024-09-09

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First time we've ordered from Motherland Spice and very nice it was too - will order again.

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Barbara . 2024-09-06

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We had amazing time, the atmosphere was brilliant service was same , the food was really good 👍

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Margaret Fullerton . 2024-09-03

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Really good food and friendly service

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Heather Auld . 2024-09-02

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First visit. Food was delicious. Table a wee bit cramped but we managed

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chick mckenna . 2024-09-02

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Two visits this month to this restaurant which was recommended to us. Food is lovely and fresh. Very good value. Friendly staff. Well worth the visit to sunny Saltcoats.

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CruiseDiamondUK . 2024-08-31

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Usual high standards and quality of food from the Motherland, I can't rate the food any higher and we are so lucky to have this restaurant nearby.

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Barry . 2024-08-30

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We ordered a takeaway due to the numbers we were and came to collect it. The website order was easy and intuitive . Prices were very reasonable and the portion were all generous. Even the kids curry was a win! We ordered a family feast and it was sufficient for 5/6people . Overall a great place with quality food eating in or out. Staff were very friendly and accommodating despite we came to collect and all greeted us. Highly recommend !

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Laurent Kssis . 2024-08-30

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Visited for the 1st time 26/08 and just wow!! Such a warm welcome when we arrived, staff very friendly and attentive. Decor and cleanliness 10/10. Food was outstanding, so fresh and cooked to perfection 👌 another 10/10. Very reasonably priced too. We will definitely be back and will highly recommend to others. Keep up the good work guys - everything was amazing 👏 🤩

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Gillian Pollock . 2024-08-27

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Excellent as usual. Cosy, clean, efficient staff and we all had different Currys and all loved! Great value and a firm favourite! Thank you!

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Lynne A . 2024-08-25

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